Tudor History for LDD

Ref: C3742255

The course will look at Great Britain during Tudor times. Subjects covered will include the War of the Roses, the reformation of religion in the country and the life of Henry VIII and his six wives. The course will also cover the reign of Elizabeth I and how the Tudor monarchs had differing views on religion throughout their reigns. Please note, this course is for people for people with learning difficulties and disabilities.

Course aim

The course will act as an introduction to the Tudor period of rule in Great Britain. The course will cover the period 1485 to 1603 and will cover the reigns of Henry VII to Elizabeth I.

Do I need any particular skills or experience?

No skills or experience needed

This course is for beginners

This course is for improvers

This course is suitable for beginners and improvers

This course is for people with learning difficulties and disabilities.

By the end of the course I should be able to:

Have a basic knowledge of the reign of the Tudors.

Know about the reformation of religion that took place during the Tudor period.

Gain a knowledge of what life was like during the Tudor period

Understand how Portsmouth and Southsea were connected to the Tudor period

Have improved self confidence and an improved feeling of well being.

How will I be taught?

The WEA tutor will use a range of different teaching and learning methods and encourage you and the group to be actively involved in your learning

The course will include several field trips to places of interest that relate to the course e.g. Southsea Castle

What kind of feedback can I expect?

A range of informal activities will be used by the tutor to see what you are learning which may include quizzes, question and answer, small projects and discussion

You will have opportunities to discuss your progress with your tutor

You will be encouraged to share your work with the group and discuss your learning

You will be encouraged to consider other students work and give your opinions and suggestions

Students will have a time line that they will add to during the duration of the course.

What else do I need to know?

Nothing else is needed

Pre-course work, reading and information sources

No pre reading or pre course work is required

No pre reading is required but research on the subject on the internet or in the library may be helpful

What can I do next?

Progress to another WEA course

Progress to a course with another provider

Become involved with the WEA in a range of voluntary work and other activities including campaigning as a WEA member

Become involved as a volunteer for a WEA partner or another organisation